Serving 15 students in grades 6-12, Turning Point ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turning Point ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Turning Point's student population of 15 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Turning Point is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≤20%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)21-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
37%
Black
73%
21%
White
27%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)≥50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
25%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% FL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Turning Point?
The graduation rate of Turning Point is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 83%.
How many students attend Turning Point?
15 students attend Turning Point.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Turning Point students are Black, and 27% of students are White.
What grades does Turning Point offer ?
Turning Point offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Turning Point part of?
Turning Point is part of Jefferson School District.
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